About
This ornamental tree, reaching 3-10m, with a rounded head. It displays attractive foliage in red.
About the genus
Telopea are large, evergreen shrubs or small trees with leathery leaves and large, colourful flowers borne at the ends of the branches
Plant details
Suggested usesSpecimen, borders
Care notes
CultivationFertile well-drained soil, sun/part shade
PruningPrune when young, remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible